Lifestyle

Creating a life map involves a close review of personal finances and an assessment of other building blocks. Lifestyle matters look at how to balance work and leisure, how to make smart choices for the future, and many other items in an effort to help an individual “enjoy the journey.”

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To Buy or Not to Buy

The decision whether to buy or rent a home may have long-term implications.

Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

The Three Keys to a Great Password

Have fun and learn how to craft the perfect password with the help of this highly engaging infographic.

A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

• Articles

  Raising Healthy Children

  Healthy habits are one of the greatest gifts to give your child.

  Personal Finance Tips for Military Families

  Military families face unique challenges, making personal finance even more critical.

  Debt Stress

  There’s a link between debt and stress.

  Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List

  This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.

  How Boomers and Millennials Differ

  The YOLO Economy is a focus on experiences over material possessions, prompting Boomers to consider a similar mindset.

  Fixed or Variable Mortgage, Which Should You Pick?

  When selecting a mortgage, one of the most critical choices is between a fixed or variable interest-rate mortgage.

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• Calculators

  Interested in a Fuel Efficient Car?

  Estimate how many months it may take to recover the out-of-pocket costs when buying a more efficient vehicle.

  Can I Refinance My Mortgage?

  This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.

  Should I Buy or Lease an Auto?

  This calculator compares the financial impact of leasing versus buying an automobile.

  Comparing Mortgage Terms

  Estimate the total cost in today's dollars of various mortgage alternatives.

  Bi-Weekly Payments

  This calculator estimates the savings from paying a mortgage bi-weekly instead of monthly.

  How Much Home Can I Afford?

  With a few simple inputs you can estimate how much of a mortgage you may be able to obtain.

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• Videos

  An Arm and a Leg

  A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don’t let it be more painful than it has to be.

  A New Way to Look at Your Bucket List

  Bucket lists don’t have to be for tomorrow.

  Coaches

  Coaches have helped you your whole life, in ways big and small. We'd like to be one of them.

  Acres of Diamonds

  In life it often happens that the answers to our most pressing questions are right in our own backyards.

  Consider These 3 Things Before Driving Off the Lot

  Here are 3 quick tips to keep in mind when buying or leasing your next vehicle.

  It May Be Time for a Financial Checkup

  It’s never a bad time to speak with your financial professional about changes in your situation.

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